Introducing the Leica LUX Grip for iPhone: A Revolutionary Tool for Smartphone Photographers
Leica Camera AG has unveiled the Leica LUX Grip, a game-changer for iPhone photography enthusiasts. This innovative camera grip promises an unparalleled photography experience, seamlessly integrating with the Leica LUX app to bring professional-grade precision to your smartphone.
Designed with the iconic Leica aesthetic, the LUX Grip mirrors the functionality and feel of classic Leica cameras. Its intuitive operation and premium construction set a new benchmark for smartphone photography. The grip uses secure MagSafe magnetic technology for easy attachment, enhancing the ergonomics and capabilities of mobile photography.
Connecting via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), the LUX Grip works harmoniously with the Leica LUX app. Its physical controls reflect Leica’s renowned design philosophy, offering the sensation of a professional camera. The 2-stage shutter release allows for focusing with light pressure and shooting with a full press, while a mode-switching button and customizable control elements are tailored through the app. With these features, photographers have complete command over their shots, adjusting settings like zoom, aperture, shutter speed, and exposure compensation directly through the grip.
The Leica LUX app elevates the experience further by embedding the distinct image and color aesthetics akin to Leica lenses. Users can craft artistic images using the bokeh effects of Summilux-M or Noctilux-M lenses and apply unique Leica Looks, ranging from Vivid to Classic Black & White. With a free one-year full version of the app included upon Grip registration, users have everything they need to explore their creative boundaries.
Eco-conscious photographers will appreciate the LUX Grip’s sustainable design. Its modular construction allows for reuse, with only the MagSafe base plate needing replacement when updating your iPhone. Weighing a mere 130 grams, the grip is ergonomically designed for both left- and right-handed photographers. It offers a robust battery life capable of taking up to 1,000 shots, and it quickly recharges in just two hours via USB-C.
Photographers can purchase the LUX Grip from selected Leica Stores, the Leica Online Store, and select retailers for a retail price of EUR 300, including VAT.
Celebrate 100 Years of Leica: Witness to a Century
Leica Camera AG is also preparing to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Leica I in 2025. This milestone marks the debut of the world’s first mass-produced 35mm camera, which transformed photography as we know it. Under the theme “100 Years of Leica: Witness to a Century,” the company will host a series of international events in major cities such as Dubai, Milan, New York, Shanghai, and Tokyo. These celebrations will include cultural projects and special product editions, with the highlight being an anniversary week in June at Leica’s Wetzlar headquarters. Additionally, Leica Galleries worldwide will feature high-profile exhibitions exhibiting works by distinguished photographers.
For further details, visit the Leica Camera website.
